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Author
Hannah
Subject
Aviation
Difficulty
4th Grade
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Fly High, Bessie Coleman Jane Sutcliffe 2004 4th Grade Lexile: 750 Font Size Medium In this informational text, Jane Sutcliffe discusses the first African American woman to receive her pilot license. Bessie Coleman was born in 1892 and received her pilot license in 1921. As you read, take notes on what challenges Coleman faced as she worked towards becoming a pilot. Two thousand people sat with their faces turned to the sky. High above the airfield, a pilot had just finished carving a crisp fi...
This learning resource focuses on Bessie Coleman, a trailblazer in aviation, who overcame significant obstacles to become the first African American and Native American female pilot. It includes a reading guide that helps students analyze the author's perspective on Coleman's life, her determination, and the challenges she faced. The resource incorporates vocabulary development, guided practice in identifying textual evidence, and writing tasks that encourage students to articulate their understanding of the material. Students will explore the key themes of admiration, respect, and the import of perseverance in overcoming societal barriers, while also sequencing the major milestones in Coleman's life and engaging in discussions about her legacy.